US EditionUkraine may have to 'temporarily' give up land to Russia 'for peace', says Kyiv mayor
- Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko suggested on Friday, April 25, 2025, that Ukraine might need to cede land for temporary peace.
- His comments arose amidst ongoing Russian attacks and US diplomatic efforts pushing for a peace agreement.
- Overnight Russian strikes on April 25 killed three people in Dnipropetrovsk and wounded eight in Pavlohrad.
- Earlier attacks included a missile and drone strike on Kyiv killing at least 12 and wounding over 80 people.
- Klitschko later clarified his statement, asserting territorial concessions contradict Ukraine's national interests.
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Kiev Mayor Says Ukraine Could ‘Temporarily’ Surrender Land to Russia for Peace.
PULSE POINTS:What Happened: Kiev Mayor Vitali Klitschko admitted Ukraine might have to concede land to Russia for a peace deal temporarily. Who’s Involved: Mayor Vitali Klitschko, President Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine, Russia. Where & When: Kiev, Ukraine, April 25. Key Quote: “One of the scenarios is… to give up territory. It’s not fair.” — Mayor Vitali Klitschko. Impact: The statements could reflect broader support within Ukraine for a peace de…
General Volsky to Klichko: "Something temporary to Russia is dangerous"
According to Foreign Minister Lavrov, Russia is ready to negotiate peace with Ukraine. Kiev Mayor Vitali Klichko considers temporary assignments to be possible. General Reinhard Wolski does not find this a good idea.
Vitali Klitschko: What would it mean for Ukraine to temporarily give up land?
The mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, has told the BBC that Ukraine may have to give up land as part of a peace deal with Russia. The political opponent to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, called it a "temporary" solution. But what might that actually mean?
Russia expert: "It's starting to look like charades"
Can the combined weight of Washington and Moscow force Ukraine into a bad peace? Kiev Mayor Vitalij Klytchko is open to land concessions, but the experts SvD spoke to believe the war will continue until the end of the year.
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